1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Dodge Durango
To start off, 1999 Dodge Durango is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Durango weights approximately 229 kg more than 1976 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 1999 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | LeSabre | Durango |
Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2950 mm |